Take action and win

Women Of Aviation Worldwide Week is first and foremost about raising awareness and improving gender balance in the air and space industry.

But, that’s not all. It is also about living a unique human experience and just plain fun! You and your community can also win awards, prizes, and scholarships. Take on the WOAW challenges.

Fly It Forward® Challenge
To close the gender gap in industry exposure, we dare aviation enthusiasts, community leaders, and business owners to invite girls of all ages to experience all facets of the air and space industry, including flying a in small aircraft, hands-on.

Pink Paper Plane Challenge™What if the simple act of building a Pink Paper Plane could change the world? We dare you to take our Pink Paper Plane Challenge to raise awareness in your communities.

WOAW Hunt Challenge™
Discover your region’s aviation (and space) roots, activities, and innovations as well as women’s roles then, showcase them on the world stage with media to win recognition and prizes.

First to Solo™ Challenge
Transforming first flight excitement into a lasting vocation takes action. If you got the flying bug as a result of your Fly It Forward® flight, we dare you to take the step: becoming a rated pilot.